Breaking the Pucking Rules

The sports backdrop adds excitement and stakes, but I'm curious whether the author has a personal connection to hockey or chose it for its intense atmosphere.

The build-up was satisfying, but I wondered if the pacing made some moments feel drawn out or if it was intentional to heighten tension.

It felt like the relationship grew naturally, but I’d love to know whether they aimed for a specific tone or if it developed organically during writing.